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Date: 2026-06-17 06:39:14+00:00UTC

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BBC News: 'It was surreal': British couple describe having warning shots fired near them by Russian warship

The retired couple tell BBC Newsnight they tried to show the warship they had changed course in the English Channel before the shots were fired.

The New York Times: After a Bitter Split, European Leaders Play Nice With Trump

A peace framework with Iran, and hope for cooperation with Ukraine, softened the tone on Tuesday at a Group of 7 gathering in France.

Spiegel: Ärmelkanal: Nach Warnschüssen - Britische Segler widersprechen Russland

Ein russisches Kriegsschiff hat im Ärmelkanal Warnschüsse in Richtung einer britischen Jacht abgegeben, darauf ein Rentnerpaar. Der Mann und die Frau äußern sich nun in der BBC.

BBC News: Streeting says he would be prepared to trigger leadership contest as early as next week

But the former health secretary told BBC Newsnight he would prefer for the prime minister “to take a decision on his own terms”.

The New York Times: Who Are the Leaders at the G7 Summit in France?

On a roll or against a wall, Group of 7 leaders bring sharply different agendas. The leaders of some other nations are also attending to press their own interests.

Spiegel: WM 2026 News heute: Eigentor, Elfmeter – Österreich gewinnt nach 36 Jahren wieder ein WM-Spiel

Nach 28 Jahren spielt Österreich wieder bei einer WM und startet gegen Jordanien erfolgreich. Und: Lionel Messi stellt den WM-Rekord von Miroslav Klose ein. Alles Wichtige zur WM.

BBC News: England will not adapt style despite USA heat, Tuchel says

Thomas Tuchel says he is "not ready to adapt" England's playing style at the World Cup despite the heat - as it would "give up" the team's strengths.

The New York Times: Can a Trump-Modi Meeting Reset U.S.-India Relations?

Despite mutual praise between the two leaders, there has been a series of setbacks to U.S. relations with India since they last met more than a year ago.

Spiegel: News: Steuern auf Tabak, Alkohol und Zucker, Antisemitismus-Bericht, G7-Gipfel in Évian

SPD und CSU wollen Schnaps, Zigaretten und Zuckerlimo teurer machen. Judenhass tarnt sich bisweilen als besorgte Frage. Und: Donald Trump bekommt ein fettes Festmahl. Das ist die Lage am Mittwochmorgen.

BBC News: Social media has risks but has given us opportunities too, teen influencers say

Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the ban will give children more time, security and freedom to grow up. But how do under-16s feel?

The New York Times: Georgia Vexes Trump Yet Again: 6 Takeaways From Tuesday’s Primaries

Lt. Gov. Burt Jones lost the Republican runoff for governor to the health care executive Rick Jackson despite the president’s endorsement. Mr. Trump’s picks won in other races.

Spiegel: Gesundheitsreform: SPD und CSU fordern höhere Steuern auf Alkohol, Tabak und Zucker

Die Finanzlücke bei den Krankenkassen wächst, das Sparpaket von Gesundheitsministerin Warken reicht nicht aus. Fachleute der Koalition drängen darauf, Abgaben auf gesundheitsschädliche Produkte zu erhöhen.

BBC News: Watch: Why is Trump furious with Netanyahu over strikes on Lebanon?

The BBC's Tom Bateman looks at the US president's reaction to what he called "vicious" strikes.

The New York Times: Hillary Clinton Says Biden’s Re-election Bid Was a ‘Terrible Mistake’

If the former president had “passed the torch” and allowed a competitive Democratic primary in 2024, she said in a new interview, the winner “would have beaten Donald Trump.”

Spiegel: SPD-General Tim Klüssendorf kritisiert Ex-Finanzminister Peer Steinbrück für Äußerungen zur AfD

SPD-Veteran Peer Steinbrück liebt es, seine Partei zu provozieren. Jetzt erwägt er, unter bestimmten Bedingungen mit der AfD zu kooperieren. Die Reaktion kommt prompt.

BBC News: Group planned to attack White House UFC event using snipers and drones, FBI says

In newly unsealed court filings, the government says the group allegedly expressed grievances about corruption, the Epstein files, and data centres.

The New York Times: Obama’s Nuclear Deal Looms Over Trump’s Iran Negotiations

President Trump is under pressure to significantly improve upon the Obama-era deal in order to justify the huge human and economic cost of taking the United States to war.

Spiegel: Donald Trump: Offenbar fließt doch Steuergeld in den Ballsaal und der US-Präsident soll davon gewusst haben

Den neuen Ballsaal am Weißen Haus spendieren er und seine reichen Gönner – das hat Donald Trump stets verkündet. Ein Medienbericht offenbart nun Zahlen, die eine gänzlich andere Rechnung nahelegen.

BBC News: Jeremy Clarkson reveals cancer diagnosis in show

The former Top Gear presenter did not clarify what type of cancer he had been diagnosed with.

The New York Times: Republicans Again Block War Powers Measure in the Senate

Four G.O.P. senators crossed party lines to back the resolution to direct President Trump to halt the war in Iran and seek authorization from Congress, but their support was not enough.

Spiegel: USA: Warum Franchises gerade so beliebt sind

Chef statt Student: Immer mehr junge Menschen wollen Franchisenehmer großer Ketten werden. Auch, weil das Geschäft als KI-sicher gilt und längst mehr bietet als nur Fast Food.

BBC News: Briton on around-the-world walk since 1998 refused access to Channel Tunnel for final leg

Karl Bushby says he is prepared to swim the channel in order to complete his 28-year journey.

The New York Times: Six Takeaways From the Times Investigation Into Epstein’s Death

We considered every plausible theory of his death, both official and otherwise, seeking out the most persuasive arguments and evidence for each.

Spiegel: Fall Fabian: Zeuge Olaf K. ging mit Gina H. zur Leiche

Gina H. soll den achtjährigen Fabian erstochen haben. Als man den Jungen bereits suchte, fuhr sie mit zwei Männern zur Leiche. Was einer der beiden nun vor Gericht aussagte, klingt verstörend.

BBC News: Cadbury chocolate-owner Mondelez defends staying in Russia

Mondelez boss Dirk Van de Put says it was the "right decision" to remain after the war with Ukraine.

The New York Times: The Big Questions About Jeffrey Epstein: What The Times Has Learned

Here is what we know about the sexual predator whose secrets spurred an international reckoning over money, power and complicity. Check back for updates.

Spiegel: »Backrooms«: Hat ein 20-Jähriger gerade den erfolgreichsten Film des Jahres gedreht?

BBC News: 'It's very Bond': Fashion experts on the England squad's off-pitch look

What experts make of the men's team's official off-duty fashion as they prepare for their first World Cup match.

The New York Times: Why Is Everyone Waiting Hours for Frozen Yogurt? Why Am I?

The yogurt is not special. Let’s just get that out of the way now.

Spiegel: Westnetz: Wie das IT-Projekt SPACE Tausende Kunden vergrätzt

Bei der Firma Westnetz stapeln sich Tausende Beschwerden. Grund ist eine katastrophale IT-Umstellung – damals war Katherina Reiche mitverantwortlich, die heutige Wirtschaftsministerin. Insider berichten Details.


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